BPT1501 Assignment 4
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Semester 2 2025 - DUE 8
September 2025
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, Question 1
1.1. As an educator, what type of assessment would you use to identify a learner with
learning difficulties? Explain the importance of this type of assessment.
As an educator, I would use a diagnostic assessment to identify a learner with learning
difficulties. This type of assessment is a crucial tool because it goes beyond simply measuring
what a learner knows or doesn't know. Its primary importance lies in its ability to pinpoint the
specific strengths and weaknesses of a learner in a particular subject area. For instance, a
diagnostic assessment can determine if a learner's difficulty in mathematics stems from a lack of
understanding of a foundational concept like multiplication, rather than a general inability to
solve problems. This precise information is vital for creating effective, targeted interventions. By
understanding the root cause of the learning difficulty, I can move from a one-size-fits-all
approach to a personalized one, ensuring that support is meaningful and addresses the exact areas
where the learner is struggling.
1.2. What strategies would you use to differentiate instructions accordingly for the 3
learners that are mentioned in Mr Jones' classroom? Why would you use those strategies,
and how would those strategies assist the above-mentioned learners in Mr Jones'
classroom?
Since the learners are not specified, I will describe three common profiles and the strategies for
each: a struggling reader, a gifted learner, and a kinesthetic learner.
Strategies
For the Struggling Reader: I would use differentiated reading materials, such as leveled
texts at their independent reading level. I would also provide small-group or one-on-one
instruction focused on foundational skills like phonics and fluency.
For the Gifted Learner: I would provide enrichment opportunities, such as independent
projects or research tasks related to the curriculum. I would also allow them to become
peer tutors, where they can assist other learners.
(COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2025 - DUE 8
September 2025
For assistance contact
Email:
, Question 1
1.1. As an educator, what type of assessment would you use to identify a learner with
learning difficulties? Explain the importance of this type of assessment.
As an educator, I would use a diagnostic assessment to identify a learner with learning
difficulties. This type of assessment is a crucial tool because it goes beyond simply measuring
what a learner knows or doesn't know. Its primary importance lies in its ability to pinpoint the
specific strengths and weaknesses of a learner in a particular subject area. For instance, a
diagnostic assessment can determine if a learner's difficulty in mathematics stems from a lack of
understanding of a foundational concept like multiplication, rather than a general inability to
solve problems. This precise information is vital for creating effective, targeted interventions. By
understanding the root cause of the learning difficulty, I can move from a one-size-fits-all
approach to a personalized one, ensuring that support is meaningful and addresses the exact areas
where the learner is struggling.
1.2. What strategies would you use to differentiate instructions accordingly for the 3
learners that are mentioned in Mr Jones' classroom? Why would you use those strategies,
and how would those strategies assist the above-mentioned learners in Mr Jones'
classroom?
Since the learners are not specified, I will describe three common profiles and the strategies for
each: a struggling reader, a gifted learner, and a kinesthetic learner.
Strategies
For the Struggling Reader: I would use differentiated reading materials, such as leveled
texts at their independent reading level. I would also provide small-group or one-on-one
instruction focused on foundational skills like phonics and fluency.
For the Gifted Learner: I would provide enrichment opportunities, such as independent
projects or research tasks related to the curriculum. I would also allow them to become
peer tutors, where they can assist other learners.
